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BMW 530

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

L7 CHKMOT history

L7 CHK is a black petrol BMW 530 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
123,286 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 CHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 CHK was last recorded at 123,286 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,224 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,286 miles
  • 2024 – 123,224 miles
  • 2023 – 123,163 miles
  • 2022 – 122,041 miles
  • 2021 – 120,660 miles
  • 2020 – 120,337 miles
  • 2019 – 118,164 miles
  • 2018 – 115,711 miles
  • 2017 – 112,432 miles
  • 2016 – 110,270 miles
  • 2015 – 104,660 miles
  • 2014 – 98,543 miles
  • 2013 – 90,778 miles
  • 2012 – 82,698 miles
  • 2011 – 74,693 miles
  • 2010 – 66,847 miles
  • 2009 – 60,417 miles
  • 2008 – 52,957 miles
  • 2007 – 43,430 miles
  • 2006 – 33,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,286 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,286 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    123,286 miles
    Test number
    967651189314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,224 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,224 miles
    Test number
    297719172359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,163 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    123,163 miles
    Test number
    719002028360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    107094592511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,041 miles (+1,381)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    250508980728
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,660 miles (+323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,660 miles
    Test number
    708592122725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass120,337 miles (+2,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,337 miles
    Test number
    923435156255
    • AdvisoryVehicle has engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

  8. Pass118,164 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,164 miles
    Test number
    340619689048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,711 miles (+96)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,711 miles
    Test number
    945711499807
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  10. Fail115,615 miles (+3,183)1 dangerous3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,615 miles
    Test number
    571997537915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  11. Pass112,432 miles (+2,162)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,432 miles
    Test number
    819231154442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass110,270 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,270 miles
    Test number
    935696568492
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  13. Fail110,270 miles (+5,610)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,270 miles
    Test number
    639760240557
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  14. Pass104,660 miles (+6,117)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,660 miles
    Test number
    320822786295
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack inner joint has some free play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass98,543 miles (+7,765)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,543 miles
    Test number
    307804144218
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has crack on inner side wall consistant with under inflation, not through to cords yet. **Strong Advise**
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass90,778 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    377015333440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFuel cap seal in poor condition

  17. Fail90,778 miles (+8,080)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    865954933255
    • FailureFront Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFuel cap seal in poor condition

  18. Pass82,698 miles (+8,005)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,698 miles
    Test number
    326583732432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has small cracks on inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside inner steering rack joint noisey
    • NoteStone chips across windscreen

  19. Pass74,693 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,693 miles
    Test number
    388291721409
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to crack
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link ball joint boot split

  20. Fail74,693 miles (+7,846)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,693 miles
    Test number
    988501521223
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to crack
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link ball joint boot split

  21. Pass66,847 miles (+6,430)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,847 miles
    Test number
    530621430262
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  22. Pass60,417 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    532223139208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,957 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,957 miles
    Test number
    323895638405
    • NoteOff side front lower suspension arm slight movement in bush

  24. Fail52,957 miles (+9,527)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,957 miles
    Test number
    453704838280
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side front lower suspension arm slight movement in bush

  25. Pass43,430 miles (+9,578)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    963104437258
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inner edge. †Tracking?
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs starting to deteriorate

  26. Pass33,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,852 miles
    Test number
    691791386163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 CHK

Does L7 CHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 CHK is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 CHK?
The MOT on L7 CHK is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 CHK done?
L7 CHK was recorded at 123,286 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has L7 CHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 CHK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 CHK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L7 CHK find?
L7 CHK passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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